Drops for the eyes called "Gentadex" are an antiseptic designed for the therapeutic treatment of diseases associated with bacterial infections. The drug is no less effective for fungal infections of the eyes. However, before using Gentadex, you must carefully study its instructions for use and make sure that there are no contraindications to the drug.
The composition of the drug
Based on the instructions, Gentadex eye drops have a combined effect. It is achieved due to the presence of several active components. The main active ingredients of the drops are substances such as dexamethasone sodium phosphate, as well as gentamicin sulfate. The first component is a synthetic glucocorticosteroid that has the ability to relieve the inflammatory process and have an immunosuppressive effect, inhibiting inflammatory mediators. The second is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. Gentamicin sulfate kills various coca, yeast-like fungi, chlamydia and viruses. In addition to the main components, Gentadex drops consist of the following substances:
- Sodium tetraborate.
- Citrate.
- Chloride
- Disodium phosphate dihydrate.
- Water.
- Benzalkonium chloride.
- Sodium dihydrogen phosphate.
Form release and effect of the drug
Gentadex is available in sterile glass or plastic bottles of 1 and 5 ml. Each of them has a dispenser. The appearance of the droplets is a colorless liquid, similar to water. Based on the information described in the instructions, Gentadex eye drops help both with serious fungal and infectious diseases, and with normal tearing of the eyes. It is also important that the medicine can be used even while wearing contact lenses.
The composition of the drug when used provides the following actions:
- Antibacterial.
- Painkillers.
- Anti-inflammatory.
- Antimicrobial.
- Anti-allergic.
In addition, drops can help with problems such as photophobia and lacrimation from exposure to bad weather conditions or allergies.
Indications for use
The drug, intended for the treatment of eye diseases, is actively prescribed by doctors for the disinfection of contact lenses, as well as before or after eye surgery. In addition, the Gentadex instruction states that drops are great for treating diseases such as:
- Various conjunctivitis.
- Blepharitis.
- Keratitis, not accompanied by damage to the epithelium.
- Infected eczema in the skin of the eyelids.
- Allergic process of the anterior eye with active infection of the bacterial breed.
- Sclerites.
- Iridocyclitis.
- Episcleritis.
- Chlamydia of the eye mucosa.
- Gonoblenorrhea.
Regardless of the type of disease, it is necessary to consult a doctor before using any medications.
Instructions for the medicine
The treatment of eye diseases should be started only after the doctor's prescription. As for the drops of Gentadex, the frequency of their use should also be determined by a specialist. It all depends on the condition of the patient, the type and stage of a particular disease. Based on the instructions for the use of Gentadex eye drops, they must be used every 4 hours, one or two drops in each eye. The drug is administered directly into the area of the conjunctival sac.
If the disease is severe and brings the patient a huge amount of discomfort, it is allowed to increase the frequency of drops. In this case, the liquid must be used every hour. Following the instructions, Gentadex eye drops should be dripped for no more than 7 consecutive days. If you increase the duration of therapy, this can lead to an overdose and the appearance of side effects.
As for the treatment of eye diseases in children, there is no experience with this drug in childhood. Based on the instructions, Gentadex eye drops are not intended for children. The list of contraindications contains a ban on the use of drugs in childhood. Therefore, it should be assumed that the use of this medication is possible only with the individual prescription of a doctor, when the specialist assesses the possible risks and takes responsibility for the health of the child.
Application features
After instillation of the drops into the conjunctival sac, the patient should be in a horizontal position for some time. Therefore, after the procedure, he needs to lie down for 20-30 minutes and close his eyes to restore comfort in the organs of vision. If you use Gentadex eye drops for too long, neglecting the rules in the instructions for use, a stable reaction to the ingredients of the drug may develop. The medicine can be used in combination therapy with other agents, but it is very important to take into account the recommended treatment regimen and observe time intervals before each procedure.
15-20 minutes before treatment with Gentadeksom, contact lenses should be removed from the eyes. Again, they are only allowed to be worn after half an hour. If the drug was purchased for their disinfection, then the lens solution is immersed for about 15 minutes. You cannot self-medicate and buy Gentadex eye drops without the permission of a doctor, since the drug has an impressive list of contraindications. When instilling the product, avoid contact of the pipette tip with the eyes to prevent re-infection.
Contraindications
The medicine "Gentadex" in the form of eye drops is prohibited to use in the following situations:
- The presence of an allergic reaction to the ingredients of the drug.
- During pregnancy, as well as breastfeeding.
- Various corneal injuries.
- With tuberculosis of the visual organs.
- With purulent inflammatory processes.
- Glaucoma
- Trachoma.
- With sclera thinning.
- The presence of kidney and liver diseases.
- In childhood.
Renal and hepatic insufficiency are serious contraindications to the use of Gentadex. Therefore, it is possible to be treated with the drug only if the patient is precisely aware of his own health.
Side effects
If you do not follow the instructions for Gentadex eye drops, ignore the presence of allergies, and also neglect the recommended treatment regimen, unpleasant side effects may develop, such as:
- Itching of the skin and eyes.
- Swelling in the eyelids.
- Ptosis on the face.
- Burning sensation and pain.
- The development of dermatitis.
- Strong tearing.
- Redness on the mucous membranes of the eyes.
- The appearance of conjunctivitis.
- Deterioration in the quality of vision for a short period of time.
- The development of rhinitis.
- Infectious eye damage.
- Cataract.
A large number of side effects makes the drug a fairly serious drug, which is forbidden to use without the advice of a doctor.
Drug overdose
Based on the reviews, Gentadex eye drops can cause severe overdose if they are treated uncontrollably. It will manifest itself by the side effects described above. If unpleasant symptoms occur, stop using drops immediately. If done in a timely manner, all side effects will cease to bother after 4-5 days. You should also immediately seek medical help to exclude a possible complication of an existing disease.
If you ignore these recommendations, this can trigger the development of serious eye diseases, as well as clouding of the lens.
Interaction with other medicines
The antibiotic gentamicin sulfate has nephro- and ototoxicity. This is especially evident in cases when the drug is used in too large dosages, as well as in the presence of renal failure. Gentadex drops should not be treated with other antibiotics that have the same effect on the body. If you use the drug for longer than the recommended time, destructive processes in the area of the corneal epithelium may intensify.